Yamaha YZF-R6R User Manual

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
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Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.
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Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate
ventilation.
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Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
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CAUTION:
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Make sure not to store personal
items near the air cleaner in-
take, otherwise air intake will be
blocked and performance will
suffer.
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Make sure not to put anything
near the battery and its termi-
nals, otherwise electrical failure
and acid corrosion may result.
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Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
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The transmission is in the neutral
position.
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The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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WARNING
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Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-25.
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Never ride with the sidestand
down.
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1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
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Yamaha YZF-R6R Specifications

General

Brand	Yamaha
Model	YZF-R6R
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

Safe Riding

Essential practices for safe motorcycle operation and visibility.

Protective Apparel

Recommended gear to minimize injury from accidents.

Gasoline and Exhaust Gas Safety

Precautions regarding fuel handling and exhaust fumes.

DESCRIPTION

Controls and Instruments

Identification and layout of all motorcycle controls and instruments.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Main Switch and Steering Lock

Operation of the ignition, lighting, and steering lock functions.

Indicator and Warning Lights

Explains the function of dashboard warning and indicator lights.

Multi-function Display

Details on the digital display's features and modes.

Handlebar Controls

Suspension Adjustment

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Pre-operation Checklist

A list of essential checks before riding the motorcycle.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step procedure for starting the motorcycle engine.

Shifting Gears

Engine Break-in

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Periodic Maintenance Charts

Engine Oil and Filter Service

Cooling System Maintenance

Tire and Wheel Checks

Brake System Checks

Troubleshooting Guide

Common problems and their solutions for the motorcycle.